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How to help protect yourself from a cyber attack as the Russia-Ukraine crisis escalates.

*Don't click on any links within emails

*Use only trusted wi-fi sources

*Be on high alert for scams

*Use strong passwords and never use the same password for more than 1 account

*Never give out your personal information

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Need a little more speed out of your wi-fi? Here are 19 tips to help you get the most from your wireless network.

The ultimate guide to boost Wi-Fi: 19 ways to improve your internet speed Over the past few months, the internet has been a vital lifeline for us all

Using ZOOM? Change your password everywhere else you use the same or similar password! Also, remember to enable MFA (Multi Factor Authentication) if you are able to! Select Tech MD recommends the Authy app.

500,000 Hacked Zoom Accounts Given Away For Free On The Dark Web Password re-use allowed a hacker to compile a massive list of valid Zoom account credentials. They're now being sold in a hacking forum.

Android 8, 9 and 10 operating systems, according to Google, could give you permanent denial of service if attacked in a certain manner. A single maliciously crafted message could "cause a permanent denial of service.” You should install the December security update ASAP!

Google Confirms Critical Android 8, 9 And 10 ‘Permanent’ Denial Of Service Threat Google has confirmed a critical security threat for millions of Android 8, 9 and 10 users that could permanently kibosh your smartphone with a single malicious message

If you have an Apple device, stop what you're doing and update Now!!

Stop What You're Doing and Upgrade to iOS 13.1 Right Now Apple just dropped iOS 13.1, and while these iterative versions tend not to be as fun as the big numbered ones, you should update your phone right now.

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Don't fall victim to this latest telephone scam

FCC warns of nationwide Sierra Leone phone scam The aim is to have you call the international number back, resulting in high phone charges. 

Microsoft botches Windows Updates, again!!

Microsoft Issues Serious Windows 10 Update Warning Microsoft has issued a new warning to Windows 10 owners about a serious update problem...

Be careful with your sensitive data during tax season. Hacks are on the rise!

TrickBot malware attacks are ramping up ahead of Tax Day A powerful data-stealing malware campaign with a tax theme is on the rise to target unsuspecting filers ahead of Tax Day. TrickBot, a financially motivated trojan, infects Windows computers through a malicious Excel document sent by a specially crafted email. Once infected, the malware targets vuln....

If you are using any of these malware-riddled apps on your phone, delete them immediately!

Delete These Malware-Laden Apps From Your Android Right Now Digital security researchers have discovered a previously unknown type of ad-serving malware in more than 200 Android apps, some of which have been downloaded by millions of users. The AdWare, which security firm Check Point calls “SimBad,” creates a backdoor and allows its creator to install ad...

Here are some great ways to keep your money safe online.

5 ways to keep your money safe from hackers in 2019 It only takes a few clicks to strengthen your security.